Ironworkers Union Local No. 512

Local 512's jurisdiction covers all of Minnesota, North Dakota, and 21 counties in western Wisconsin. We have 1,343 journeyman and 552 apprentices in this local which is divided into three regions. We encourage you to read through the information on this website and, if you have any questions or suggestions, please feel free to contact us.

We are currently accepting applications for apprenticeship

A scheduled 1½-2 hour "Jobfit Test" is a questionnaire taken on our computer that is required for applying. Click HERE to read about job requirements on the Apprenticeship Information page.Please contact the Training Center at 651-489-3829 for more information and to schedule your Jobfit Test/Application. No walk-in tests will be given.

Impalement from unprotected reinforcing dowels or other vertical projections

Electrical hazards and injuries from high-voltage power lines

Heat illness and toxic exposure to chemicals and air-borne contaminants

Looking to ‘step up our game,’ Ironworkers open new training center in St. Paul

Training Director Larry GilbertsonCalling it an investment critical to the union’s survival, Ironworkers Local 512 Business Manager Charlie Roberts cut the ribbon on a new $3.1 million apprenticeship training center in St. Paul yesterday. Continue reading.

Ironworkers local 512 builds bridges for Veterans

Members of Twin Cities Ironworkers local 512 and metropolitan construction companies donated time, materials, and labor to build two 70-foot bridges at Veterans Campground on Big Marine Lake. Wetlands have prevented the 90-year-old camp from having an integrated trail system throughout its 69 acres.

Ironworkers Local 512 solved this problem by recruiting and teaming up with area construction companies to design and erect two bridges at the camp. CLICK HERE to read the full artice.

Journeyman Upgrade Classes

This page will explain the Journeyman upgrade classes that are offered. Click HERE to go to the page.

Superintendent Training for Ironworkers

IMPACT and the National Training Fund will soon be publishing the new Superintendent Training for Ironworkers manual and conducting a blended-learning course based on the manual. Click HERE to read more.